Freshman Academy

The goal of the Huntsville City School Freshman Academy is to ease the transition from middle school to high school and to ensure that freshmen successfully graduate within four years with the necessary knowledge and skills to succeed in college and career.

Across the nation, high school freshmen have the highest rates of failures, discipline referrals and truancy. Often called the "make it or break it" year, ninth grade can be a very difficult time for teenagers learning to navigate new territory while developing skills for success in high school and beyond.

What to Expect at the Freshman Academy

While each high school may house its Freshman Academy a little differently, the fundamental philosophy of additional student support remains the same. Incoming freshman students will be scheduled into teams with a group of core teachers who are able to plan together, share common expectations and help students acquire the skills necessary to successfully navigate through this transition year. Students will still experience mainstream high school through elective courses and extracurricular activities.

In accordance with the requirements of title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 ("ADA"), the Huntsville City Board of Education will not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities on the basis of disability in its services, programs, or activities. For more information please contact the Compliance Department.